Weight gain after a gastric sleeve is possible, and while it can be disheartening, it does not mean you’ve failed or you’re back at square one. Each body adapts in different ways to a gastric sleeve and weight gain may mean you need to make some lifestyle adjustments to stay on track.
Our gastric sleeve patients often have questions about whether common over-the-counter (OTC) medications like Ibuprofen and Paracetamol can be taken after surgery and recovery. Here’s a clear guide to which OTC medications patients should avoid post-gastric sleeve surgery.
Gastric sleeve surgery is a procedure designed to provide dramatic weight loss for those with obesity or weight-related health conditions. The procedure removes a portion of the stomach, leading to rapid weight loss that starts in the weeks and months following the operation.
While all weight loss surgeries are generally safe, there are some that come with lower risks of complications than others.
Gastric sleeve surgery is a significant weight loss – however, not everyone is eligible for the surgery.
